Manufacturing companies that survived the recession have begun to lead the fabrication industry in post-recession America, and they all have one thing in common. They recognized the importance of identifying means to increase productivity, decrease wasteful budgets,...
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Procedures For Mechanical Testing of Stud Welds
Due to a historically high rate of success, stud welding does not require the extensive testing that many welding processes do. However, a two-stud test performed by the stud welding operator is required at the beginning of each production period, whether at the...
Creating a Safe ARC Welding Environment
Stud welding systems used in accordance with the National Electrical Code NFPA-70 and local codes should pose no threat to trained professionals. However, steps can be taken to further reduce safety hazards. Electrical precautions for a safe arc welding environment...
When Hot Work Isn’t an Option
Corrosion-resistant and plentiful, aluminum has become more widely used in diverse fabrication industries from automobiles to marine vessels. Because it is lightweight, particularly in comparison to steel, aluminum has the potential to reduce the weight of vehicles by...
What Causes Cracking Around Industrial Fasteners?
Federal laws such as the Fastener Quality Act seek to ensure standardized, rigorously tested industrial fasteners, and responsible fastener manufacturers, likewise, work continuously to identify vulnerabilities in designs. However, even vigilance and strict...
Using Capacitor Discharge Welders For Thin Materials
When welding small-diameter studs to thin sheets of metal, capacitive discharge welding provides significant advantages over other fastening alternatives. During the process, which lasts only milliseconds, energy is rapidly emitted from banks of low voltage CD...
Sharing Our Experience Since 1987
Since our inception in 1987, PFS has proudly served as a leading stud welding distributor, catering to the unique needs of the offshore, shipbuilding, and steel fabrication industries. With over three decades of unwavering commitment to excellence, we have established ourselves as a reliable and innovative force in the world of metal fastening solutions.
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At PFS, our dedication to providing superior-quality stud welding equipment and materials knows no bounds. We specialize in the distribution of arc stud and capacitor discharge stud welders, tube separation assemblies, weld studs, cable hangers, and a wide range of related products. With an unyielding focus on technological advancement, we’ve consistently pioneered new and revolutionary solutions that have reshaped our industry.
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